Honor X40i vs Redmi K90
The Honor X40i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 39/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 515,647); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X40i doesn't; the Honor X40i is noticeably lighter (175g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X40i
Redmi K90
What makes Honor X40i better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 206g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X40i vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 37 points higher (76/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X40i (82/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X40i (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (72/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X40i notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (80/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X40i | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×74.5×7.4 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Honor X40i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X40i
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X40i
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X40i and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Honor X40i by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Honor X40i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X40i (82/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Honor X40i (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i (72/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X40i notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (80/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X40i or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Honor X40i by 37 points (76/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X40i and the Redmi K90?
The Honor X40i has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X40i or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X40i or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Honor X40i over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.